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[[File:Anthrenocerus_australis_01.jpg|thumb|Fully grown Australian Carpet Beetle]] | [[File:Anthrenocerus_australis_01.jpg|thumb|Fully grown Australian Carpet Beetle]] | ||
The <b>Australian Carpet Beetle</b> is one of several species of carpet beetles found in homes all around the world, despite its name. Their larvae feed on all sorts of natural materials like fur, wool and leather. Don't freak out, if you see a single one of them, it is unknown what they feed on as grown beetles, but it might be the conditions in your apartment were just ideal for the beetle to stay for a bit. If you see more than one, check your stored clothing and carpets for small holes and tears. | The <b>Australian Carpet Beetle</b> (German: <b>Australischer Teppichkäfer</b>) is one of several species of carpet beetles found in homes all around the world, despite its name. Their larvae feed on all sorts of natural materials like fur, wool and leather. Don't freak out, if you see a single one of them, it is unknown what they feed on as grown beetles, but it might be the conditions in your apartment were just ideal for the beetle to stay for a bit. If you see more than one, check your stored clothing and carpets for small holes and tears. | ||
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The Australian Carpet Beetle (German: Australischer Teppichkäfer) is one of several species of carpet beetles found in homes all around the world, despite its name. Their larvae feed on all sorts of natural materials like fur, wool and leather. Don't freak out, if you see a single one of them, it is unknown what they feed on as grown beetles, but it might be the conditions in your apartment were just ideal for the beetle to stay for a bit. If you see more than one, check your stored clothing and carpets for small holes and tears.
